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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 785 (INTERIOR TRIM)TRUNK SIDE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Trunk Side Upper Trim Removal/Installation
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Trunk Side Upper Trim Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. (RH only)
- Remove the rear seat belt lower bolt.
- Detach the tabs and remove the cover from the trunk side upper trim.
- Remove the cap and remove the screw.
- Remove the fastener.
- Pull the trunk side upper trim outward, then disengage tabs B and C from the C-pillar trim.
- Pull the trunk side upper trim outward, then disengage clips A from the body.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.